Logistics Engineer

Want to help shape tomorrow? At Bendix we’ve been doing it for 90 years…setting the standard with advanced dynamic solutions that drive improved commercial vehicle performance and safety. We’re part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with a world of talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own.

You’ll find rewarding opportunities, diverse experiences, partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. Innovation is part of our DNA. Achievement drives our culture. Learn more today!

This person is responsible for managing and optimizing material flow throughout the Bowling Green operations. Must be capable of collaborating with cross-functional teams and department leaders to address concerns and issues that affect material flow, production efficiency, continuous improvement, etc. The Logistics Engineer will also have exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and management skills, demonstrating the ability to be an innovator and change agent.

• Manages the flow of material from suppliers to production for all operations of the Bowling Green site.
• Partners with Materials and Operations to develop and implement solutions for optimizing material presentation to maximize flow through the plant and line productivity.
• Drives implementation of standard containerization throughout all operations.
• Researches and Benchmarks best practices in industry related to logistics and material flow.
• Ensures Bowling Green site inventory accuracy and cycle count program complies with corporate policies including tracking and reporting duties.
• Oversees onsite third party logistics personnel and facilitates transportation projects and changes implemented via third party logistics provider for the Bowling Green site.
• Drives operations to ensure safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and budget goals are achieved.
• Evaluates logistics constraints and implements Lean Manufacturing techniques to improve capacities.
• Works closely with Manufacturing Engineering to define and implement cost-effective continuous improvement projects.
• Promotes and drives the organization’s vision and utilization of Knorr Production System (Lean Manufacturing) methodologies.
• Champions change and facilitates team related functions to improve the business performance.
• Uses problem solving methods and innovation to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensures compliance TS16949 standards.
• Ensures compliance with all Product Safety Procedure requirements; fully understands and ensures compliance with Product Safety Escalation Process.
• Supports and adheres to the company environmental, health, and safety policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned

• Requires a Bachelor degree in engineering or similar field.
• Requires at least three years of experience working in Logistics in a Lean Manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing techniques with emphasis on Standardized Work, Continuous Improvement, 5S, and JIT principles is required.
• Green or Black Belt Certification preferred.
• Must have the ability to multitask.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain courteous, cooperative relations when interacting with other personnel and the public.
• Demonstrated analytical ability necessary to perform calculations, interpret data, diagnose problems with equipment, and solve problems is required.
• Strong Verbal and Written Communication Skills are required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite is required. Prior experience using SAP is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in motivating and leading people, driving a positive work environment.
• Must be able to follow instructions, safety rules and regulations.

In performing the essential elements of this position the following physical activities are required. The activities are measured in the amount of on-the-job time that is spent performing these activities.

Please note:

At this time, we are not able to offer immigration sponsorship for new hires. All applicants must be currently…